Intro to Trail Running: Backcountry Field Trip

Field trip: Introduction to Trail Running: Backcountry

Intro to Trail Running: Backcountry Field Trip - Twin Falls (Olallie State Park)

A field trip to a backcountry location to reinforce what you have learned and evaluate your learning.

  • Easy
  • Easy
  • Mileage: 4.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,000 ft

Meet at 5:45pm at the main parking area, ready to go by 6:00pm.  A Discover pass is required to park here. 

There is an outhouse at this trailhead.

A field trip to a backcountry location, e.g., a trail off the I-90 corridor, Hwy 2, Hwy 410 or the Pacific Crest Trail, to reinforce what you have learned and evaluate your learning.

This is one of the course field trips rated as easy.

Topic: TBA.

Route/Place

Twin Falls (Olallie State Park)


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities for this course's outdoor activities.

  • Waterproof jacket, hat, buff, gloves, sunglasses; running-specific gaiters recommended
  • Trail running shoes
  • A runners vest or small day pack suitable for trail running
  • Bring snacks and water
  • Trail running-adapted ten essentials
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